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30
Apr 2026

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Standing with Catanduanes: Ongoing Recovery and Relief Efforts in the Wake of Successive Typhoons

Catanduanes Island, located in southeastern Luzon, has been repeatedly struck by wind and flood damage following a series of typhoons. Months after the initial impact, infrastructure restoration efforts are still ongoing across the island. Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV), in collaboration with our local partner, People’s Disaster Risk Reduction Network, Inc. (PDRRN), has provided hygiene and daily necessity kits to 209 households in northern Catanduanes. Currently, our activities have expanded to include house repairs, the installation of temporary shelters, and the rehabilitation of water and sanitation facilities. The frequent storms have caused severe flooding and landslides, deteriorating road conditions and presenting significant challenges to the delivery of aid. Despite these […]

27
Apr 2026

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Subsequent Earthquake Warning 

A series of earthquakes has struck off the coasts of Sanriku and Hokkaido, causing widespread concern among residents. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a subsequent earthquake warning. When a major earthquake occurs, aftershocks often continue in the surrounding areas. In light of this, the Japan Meteorological Agency issues a subsequent earthquake warning following an earthquake, advising people to review their disaster preparedness measures and ensure they are ready to evacuate immediately. While the issuance of this warning does not necessarily mean a massive earthquake will occur, it is important to prepare for the possibility of a new large-scale earthquake by reviewing your disaster preparedness measures at home and at […]

19
Apr 2026

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PBV Marks Its 15th Anniversary

Today, April 19, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) marks its 15th anniversary. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported our work over the years: our volunteers, donors, corporate and organizational partners, members of our networks, local residents in disaster-affected areas, government officials, and social welfare councils. PBV was founded in 2011, the year of the Great East Japan Earthquake, and since then we have continued our work guided by the belief; “It takes people to support people” Over these 15 years, we have witnessed countless examples of the natural chain of people helping one another. No matter how much systems and technology evolve, it is […]

14
Apr 2026

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10 Years After the Kumamoto Earthquake: Transforming Lessons Learned into a Lifeline for the Future

April 14, 2026, marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. Ten years ago, at 9:26 PM on April 14, a magnitude 6.5 earthquake (foreshock) with a maximum intensity of 7 struck near Mashiki Town, Kumamoto Prefecture. Just two days later, in the early hours of April 16, a magnitude 7.3 mainshock—also measuring intensity 7—hit the same region again. These unprecedented double shocks left 190,000 houses damaged and forced 200,000 people to flee their homes. The most sobering reality remains the number of “disaster-related deaths.” As of April 11, 2025, 225 individuals have passed away due to the worsening of living conditions—far exceeding the 50 direct deaths caused by […]

24
Mar 2026

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International Residents Join Disaster Preparedness Workshops in Tokyo

This March, Peace Boat Disaster Relief successfully held additional Disaster Preparedness Day workshops on March 7th, 14th and 21st in Tokyo, welcoming participants from many different countries, including Germany, Italy, Vietnam, Ukraine, the United States, and more. The workshops brought together international residents living in Japan who wanted to learn how to better prepare for disasters and protect themselves and their communities. During the program, participants took part in hands-on disaster simulation activities such as earthquake simulation, smoke evacuation training, and basic firefighting practice. For many participants, this was their first time experiencing how strong an earthquake can feel or how difficult it can be to move safely through a […]

20
Mar 2026

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Empower Your Community: Disaster Resilience Seminar

Join PBV’s Online Training for International Residents in Japan Are you a member of an international community in Japan, a passionate volunteer, or someone looking to refresh your disaster preparedness knowledge?  Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to find out how to utilize your knowledge and experience! On March 25th, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) is hosting an engaging online seminar designed to empower you and your community to better prepare for and respond to disasters in Japan. What you will learn: Join us to connect, learn, and strengthen resilience within your community. Together, we can create a safer, more prepared environment for all residents in Japan. Who should attend: Secure […]

16
Mar 2026

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Hands-On Disaster Preparedness Workshop with Hands On Tokyo (Ayumo Project)

On March 7, Peace Boat Disaster Relief (PBV) held a hands-on disaster preparedness workshop in Tokyo together with participants from Hands On Tokyo’s Ayumo Project, a program that supports and connects Ukrainian refugees in Japan. Hands On Tokyo is a volunteer organization that connects individuals and communities with meaningful volunteer opportunities across Tokyo. Through the Ayumo Project, they support Ukrainian families in Japan by creating opportunities for community connection, learning, and mutual support.  Learn more about Hands On Tokyo and the Ayumo Project:https://www.handsontokyo.org/topics/385/ The program began with a visit to the Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center (Ikebukuro Bosai-kan), where participants took part in several disaster simulation activities. Participants first experienced […]

11
Mar 2026

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Fifteen Years Since the Great East Japan Earthquake — From “That Day” to “Today”: The Changing Landscape of Ishinomaki

Fifteen years ago today, the Great East Japan Earthquake struck Japan. We offer our deepest condolences to all those who lost their lives in the disaster, and extend our heartfelt sympathy to their families and loved ones. On March 17, 2011, just days after the disaster struck, we team arrived in Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. Rendered speechless by the devastation that lay before us, we were overwhelmed — yet, together with local residents, we began taking one step at a time, doing whatever we could in the moment. “It takes people to support people” As disaster relief volunteers rushed to the affected areas, the landscape of Ishinomaki gradually began to […]

05
Mar 2026

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PBV Supports Typhoon Ragasa Recovery in Hualien, Taiwan

Super Typhoon Ragasa tore through eastern Taiwan on 23 September 2025, unleashing catastrophic flooding across the Hualien region after a landslide dam on the Matai’an Stream burst its banks. The townships of Guangfu, Wanrong, and Fenglin bore the brunt of the disaster. Guangfu — sitting at the lowest elevation — was hit hardest, with more than 1,600 homes engulfed in thick, muddy silt. Roads were severed, power lines brought down, and medical access cut off, leaving thousands of residents in acute distress. Authorities had confirmed 19 deaths, with five people still missing and 157 others injured by 12 October. The destruction did not end with the storm. Subsequent aftershocks compounded […]

24
Feb 2026

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Four Years of War: Solidarity Across Borders

As we approach the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war in Ukraine, it is difficult to believe how much time has passed. What no one could predict in its duration has become a long and painful reality. The war continues to take lives and exhaust an entire nation. Especially during the winter months, attacks on energy infrastructure have once again left millions without stable electricity or heating. In some areas, power is available for only a few hours a day. When temperatures drop to –20°C, the lack of heating becomes not only uncomfortable but dangerous — pipes freeze, homes are damaged, and daily life becomes a constant effort to adapt. […]

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